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Old 08-03-12, 07:32 PM
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2.0/5.1

I've noticed that some movies have 2.0 surround. I'm guessing that 2.0 won't sound as good as 5.1. What are the differences ?
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Re: 2.0/5.1

In short you answered your own question. As to why it's far better to give you a few links to understanding why that is and to look at ll the formats involved....mono, PCM, ProLogic, D.D 5.1, DTS, 6.1, 7.1, DTS-HD and True-HD. Of course it all depends on your setup & equipment as well but here are some good reads and sites....

Crutchfield - Audio Formats Explained
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-TNBgGmm..._surround.html

Digital Trends - Audio Formats Explained
http://www.digitaltrends.com/how-to/...ats-explained/

Dolby.com
http://www.dolby.com/us/en/consumer/...by-truehd.html

DTS Wiki
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DTS_(sound_system)

How Home Theater Works
http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/home-theater5.htm

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